6.2 Motivation

Question 1

Motivation

Answer 1

A drive to succeed - the external stimuli and internal mechanisms that drive and direct behaviour

Question 2

Intrinsic motivation

Answer 2

Motivation from within

Question 3

Extrinsic motivation

Answer 3

Motivation from an outside source

Question 4

Tangible rewards

Answer 4

Rewards that can be touched or held, physical

Question 5

Intangible rewards

Answer 5

Non-physical rewards

Question 6

Types of extrinsic motivation

Answer 6

Tangible rewards and intangible rewards

Question 7

The characteristics of intrinsic motivation

Answer 7

It would show itself with a feeling of pride and satisfaction at having completed a task - the objective being met gives a sense of self-satisfaction

Question 8

What is the problem with putting too much emphasis on extrinsic rewards?

Answer 8

Overuse may lead to a loss in value and incentive

Question 9

What is a problem with extrinsic rewards?

Answer 9

They may place pressure on players to gain the reward therefore leading to cheating

Question 10

What type of motivation is better?

Answer 10

Intrinsic motivation is better because it is stronger and longer lasting

Question 11

Methods of maintaining intrinsic and extrinsic motives

Answer 11

Offering reward and incentives early on; pointing out the health benefits of doing a task; making the activity fun and enjoyable - perhaps by including mini games to allow success; point out role models to whom the performer can aspire; breaking the skill down into parts to allow success in each part